1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 400 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (518 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
